The Saint Joseph’s Hawks (2-0) clash against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (1-0) in the at HTC Center. The game starts at 11:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, November 15, 2018, and will air on ESPNU.
Saint Joseph’s Hawks vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons ATS Prediction
In the Hawks’ last contest, they topped the Monmouth Hawks, 78-63. Saint Joseph’s had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.7 vs. 6.7) and had a much better turnover percentage (7.2 vs. 14.3). Saint Joseph’s rallied around Lamarr Kimble, who contributed 19 points and six rebounds.
The Demon Deacons were victorious over the North Carolina A&T Aggies in their last game, 90-78. The Demon Deacons had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (54.8 vs. 22.9) and had a much better free throw rate (0.464 vs. 0.220). Jaylen Hoard was the top scorer from either team with 19 points on 6-for-12 shooting from the field.
Wake Forest may have difficulty getting to the free throw line in this meeting. The Demon Deacons rank 162nd in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.242, while Saint Joseph’s ranks seventh in FTA rate allowed (0.171) dating back to last season.
Saint Joseph’s Hawks vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Saint Joseph’s, ATS Winner – Saint Joseph’s, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Wake Forest ranks 114th in rebounds allowed per game (33.9) while Saint Joseph’s ranks 287th (38.3).
The Hawks rank 11th in steals allowed per game (4.7) while the Demon Deacons rank 172nd (6.5).
Wake Forest averages 13.9 assists per game, which ranks 139th in the NCAA. Saint Joseph’s ranks 254th in assists allowed per game (14.9).
The Demon Deacons rank 202nd in three pointers allowed per game (22.8) while the Hawks rank 312th (28.0).
Wake Forest averages 3.5 blocks per game, which is ranked 126th in the nation. Saint Joseph’s ranks 177th in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
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